Jaap Langenberg

CEO, Wyandot Snacks

Jaap Langenberg is the Chief Executive Officer of Wyandot Snacks, a privately held snack manufacturer based in Marion, Ohio, where he leads the nearly century-old company in partnering with leading and emerging brands to produce high-quality, better- for-you snacks while balancing innovation, quality, community, and employee wellbeing. He has spoken publicly about strategic investments in automation and technology to enhance efficiency and support a sustainable workforce without losing the culture that defines Wyandot. Prior to becoming CEO, Langenberg built a broad food-industry leadership career with senior roles spanning operations, sales, and strategy, including time at Calbee, Warnock, and Luke’s Organic, giving him experience across both domestic and global markets. He holds a business degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business and continues to guide Wyandot’s growth as a trusted private label and contract manufacturing partner.